Understanding Contemporary Germany

by Stuart Parkes

Overview

This text is an introductory survey of German society focusing on the post-unification situation. It raises questions relating to German identity and adopts an integrated approach, considering society, culture, politics, economics and history. The stability and normality of the Federal Republic and its position in world affairs is assessed. The book aims to provide the background to contemporary Germany required for students of modern languages, or those courses containing an element of German studies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415141246
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/07/1996
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	276
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Stuart Parkes is Reader in German Literature and Society at the University of Sunderland, and author of Writers and Politics in West Germany (1986).

Table of Contents

Chronicle of political events in postwar Germany, Acknowledgements, Introduction, Part I Divided Germany, Part II Facing the Future, Part III The Search for Identity, Conclusion, Glossary, Notes, Bibliography/further reading, Index

Editorial Reviews

'An excellent, concise analysis of the main features of the political, economic and cultural aspects of a changing Germany in a changing Europe.' – Dr Peter James, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

'Understanding Contemporary Germany is an informed, clearly structured, internally well articulated and extremely useful volume for the introduction of crucial history, social, political, cultural and economic aspects of contemporary Germany. It is well worth considering for any "German Studies" curriculum.' – Hans J. Rindisbacher, Popona College, USA.

'This timely book provides a comprehensive account of social, economic, political and intellectual developments in post-war Germany until early 1996. The book includes a useful chronical of political events and a glossary and will provide a reliable guide to the many undergraduates who will doubtless use it.' – Ian Wallace, University of Bath.

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